FDR: “Timing—that's why we have to practice this- timing is of the utmost importance.”

The work, my friends, is peace.

Possession of any mine or mines taken under this order shall be terminated by the Secretary of the Interior as soon as he determines that such possession is no longer required for the successful prosecution of the war.

It is not really of any great importance.

I wish I had the power, just for this evening, to be present at all of these gatherings.